Afghanistan, May 3 -- Richard Bennett warned that media restrictions in Afghanistan have intensified, with women journalists facing significantly harsher conditions than their male counterparts.
Marking World Press Freedom Day on May 3, Bennett said female reporters are confronted with discrimination, movement restrictions, and strict dress code requirements that severely limit their ability to work.
He stressed the need for urgent protection of journalists, particularly women, and called for stronger safeguards to ensure their safety and ability to continue professional activities.
Bennett said data from the Afghanistan Journalists Center showed at least 32 journalist detentions recorded in 2025 alone, reflecting growing pressure on ind...